How do I install the mcp desktop automation mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

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MCP Desktop Automation MCP Server

Model Context Protocol server for desktop automation

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What is the MCP Desktop Automation MCP Server?

Model Context Protocol server for desktop automation

The short version

A Model Context Protocol server that provides desktop automation capabilities using RobotJS and screenshot capabilities. This server enables LLMs to control mouse movements, keyboard inputs, and capture screenshots of the desktop environment.

Desktop mouse control
Keyboard input simulation
Screen size detection
Screenshot capabilities
Simple JSON response format

What it needs from you

Node.js (>=14.x)

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Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
get_screen_size	Gets the screen dimensions
screen_capture	Captures the current screen content
keyboard_press	Presses a keyboard key or key combination
Inputs:	x (number, required): X coordinate
modifiers	array of strings, optional): Modifier keys to hold while pressing the key. Possible values: "control", "shift", "alt", "command"
keyboard_type	Types text at the current cursor position
mouse_click	Performs a mouse click
double	boolean, optional, default: false): Whether to perform a double click
mouse_move	Moves the mouse to specified coordinates

How to install the MCP Desktop Automation MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "desktop-automation": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "mcp-desktop-automation"
      ]
    }
  }
}

From the project documentation. Replace placeholders and example paths before connecting.

Configuration

Node.js (>=14.x)

Example prompts to try

“Use MCP Desktop Automation to get screen size.”
“Use MCP Desktop Automation to screen capture.”
“Use MCP Desktop Automation to keyboard press.”

Frequently asked questions

Model Context Protocol server for desktop automation Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.